1988 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph TR6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Triumph TR6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
